Incheon Baendaengi Street (연안부두 밴댕이회무침거리)

4.3Km 9219 2021-07-22

24-1, Yeonanbudu-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-765-4169

The Gwanghwado and Incheon areas are known for their plentiful catches of baendaengi (large-eyed herring). After a little street started specializing in serving baendaengi some 30 years ago, the fish has continued to grow in popularity.

Located in Guwol-dong, across from the Incheon Culture & Arts Center, Baendaengi Street has expanded, and so has the variety of dishes served. Visitors can try baendaengi prepared sashimi-style, roasted, or in a spicy soup. For this particular species of herring, locals believe the flavor is best in March and April when they grow to their largest size. Salted Baendaengi also makes an excellent side-dish for Korean meals.

* Baendaengi is one of many types of small prey fish referred to as ‘Soeo’ for their fierce struggle in fishing nets. Soeo have internal organs that are proportionally smaller than other species of fish and are known for their feisty nature. These attributes are thought to signify a stress-filled life, which is why many Koreans refer to narrow-minded or hot-tempered people as ‘baendaengi.’

Gaehangjang (Open Port Area) Street (개항장 거리)

4.3Km 33190 2023-11-10

27 Jemullyang-ro 232beonan-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-760-6448

As the Incheon Port was opened in 1883, this is where one could feel the rich history and culture accumulated over 126 years. Formerly used by the Japanese consulate, the Jung-gu Office, the Incheon branch of Japan's 1st, 18th and 58th Bank and other modern historical architecture can be found intact here. Other historical remains like Former Japan Mail and Shipping Inc., Incheon Art Platform, Jemulpo Gurakbu, and more are also available for visitors to see at the Incheon Gaehangjang (Open Port Area). For those who are interested in learning more, a guided tour by an Incheon cultural tourism expert is available upon reservation.

Incheon Open Port Culture Night (인천개항장 문화유산 야행)

4.3Km 10612 2024-07-18

80 Sinpo-ro 27beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-2-6961-5434

Incheon Open Port Culture Night focuses on the history, modern culture, and future of Incheon, the first international city in Korea with the opening of the port in 1883. Visitors can enjoy a journey into the past, reimagined in modern times through a wide range of experience programs.

Incheon Jayu Park (자유공원 (인천))

4.3Km 40862 2024-04-09

25 Jayugongwonnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

Jayu Park is the first Western-style park in Korea, built five years after the opening of Incheon Port. The location is perfect for a nice stroll as it is located high above sea level with spacious areas and a thick forest. At top of the park is the Korea-U.S.A. Centennial Monument built in 1982 to commemorate the 100^thanniversary of the treaty of peace, commerce and navigation between Korean and the US. Within the park, visitors can enjoy a small zoo, a pagoda, benches and other rest areas. A statue of General MacArthur stands in the park as a memorial of the general's feat of Operation Chromite during the Korean War. Every April, a cherry blossom festival is held as the cherry blossoms fill the park, attracting many visitors. The panoramic view of the city is breathtaking with nightscape especially popular for couples. There are many attractions nearby for visitors to enjoy food and history.

Yeonan Pier (연안부두)

4.3Km 61456 2020-08-05

70, Yeonanbudu-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-777-1330

Yeonan Pier is the starting point for all coastal passenger ships bound for the numerous islands in the western sea. The nearby Incheon Fish Market is always bustling with people who come to buy fresh fish and pickled fish at reasonable prices. Also located near the pier is the sliced raw fish market operated by the Marine Products Association. The southern quay is where boats and ships leave for sea fishing. The ships here are also available for rent for various purposes so events like reunions and seminars can be held aboard ship.

Jemulpo Gurabu (제물포구락부)

4.3Km 25803 2023-11-10

25 Jayugongwonnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-765-0261

Jemulpo Gurabu (Club) was established in 1901 to be used as the venue for foreigners such as American, English, German, French, Russian and a small minority of Chinese and Japanese all living in Incheon to build up friendships before opening the port. The two-story brick building was comprised of a library room, pool table, tennis court and others facilities.

The site was used as Incheon Museum from 1953 to 1990 and Incheon Cultural Center from 1990 to 2006. In 2007, the name was changed to Jemulpo Gurabu, imphasizing the Japanese pronunciation of "club." It now offers a site for experiencing modern culture interactions.

Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))

4.4Km 29137 2021-11-12

199-1, Unnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-746-1361

Yonggungsa Temple is located in the same region as the Incheon International Airport and sits on the northeastern slopes of Baegunsan Mountain. During the Silla Kingdom (about 1,300 years ago), the temple was named ‘Baegunsa’ by King Munmu, in reference to the temple’s mountain home. During the Joseon dynasty, it was the temporary residence of Heungseon Daewongun (1820-1898, a politician and father of King Gojong), who stayed at the temple for 10 years praying for his son to ascend to the throne. When his son was finally crowned king, Heungseon Daewongun rebuilt the temple and changed the name to Yonggungsa.

The temple consists of various buildings such as Gwaneumjeon (re-constructed by Heungseon Daewongun), Yosachae (home of the monks), Chilseonggak, and Yonghwanggak. In Yosachae, the writings of Heungseon Daewongun are hung on the wall and recently, an 11 meter-high statue of Maitreya was put in place. In front of the temple are two 1,300 year-old zelkova trees.

Uniqlo - Incheon Hang-dong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (유니클로 인천항동)

4.6Km 0 2024-04-17

1F, 3, Sinpo-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

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Incheon Complex Fish Market (인천종합어시장)

4.7Km 31957 2022-12-27

37, Yeonanbudu-ro 33beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-888-4241

Incheon Complex Fish Market is located at the coastal wharf, which is a major tourist attraction in Incheon. The market sells fresh marine products caught by local fishermen from the coast near the Yellow Sea.

Adidas [Tax Refund Shop] (아디다스)

4.7Km 0 2024-04-22

26-3, Sinpo-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

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